Bangladesh Women vs Pakistan Women, 3rd Match - Live Cricket Score, Commentary

History hasn’t been too kind to either of these sides at the Women’s ODI World Cup. Pakistan have struggled over the years, managing just three wins in 30 outings. Bangladesh, on the other hand, have had their own battles with consistency, and interestingly, the only team they’ve ever beaten on this stage is Pakistan. That little twist adds an extra edge to today’s contest, as both teams look to rewrite their stories. All in all, the stage is perfectly set for what promises to be an intriguing contest between these two sides! The toss and team news are just around the corner, stay tuned.

While other teams will be on the move across cities and countries with travel fatigue likely to play its part, Pakistan Women enjoy the luxury of playing all their matches in Colombo. That consistency should give them a valuable edge in adapting quickly to the conditions here in Colombo. On paper, Pakistan look like a solid unit overall. They have batters in fine form at the top, power-hitters capable of changing the game down the order, all-rounders who bring balance, and a bowling attack that covers both - pace and spin. In short, they seem to have all their bases covered.

13:45 Local Time, 08:15 GMT, 13:45 IST: The Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 has kicked off in style! India drew first blood with a confident win in the tournament opener, before Australia Women swept past New Zealand Women in Indore last night. Now, the spotlight shifts to Sri Lanka - the co-hosts of this grand event. We are all set for match no. 3, coming to you live from Colombo, where Bangladesh Women square off against Pakistan Women. With both sides eager to make a strong statement early in the tournament, expect nothing less than a fiery contest.

Squads:

Bangladesh Women Squad: Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana(w/c), Shorna Akter, Sumaiya Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Shanjida Akter Meghla, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Fariha Trisna

Pakistan Women Squad: Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz(w), Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana(c), Eyman Fatima, Rameen Shamim, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Aliya Riaz, Sadaf Shamas